M&A Intern - Healthcare team

Return to search results September 2026 - M&A internship – Healthcare team – Paris Location   Paris Business Unit   Financial Advisory Program Type   Off-cycle Internship Description   Lazard is one of the world’s preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people and culture make the difference. While global in presence and reach, ours is a close, collaborative community of just over 3,000 professionals. Lazard is a place of continuous knowledge sharing, skill development and relationship building, where professionals grow and succeed together. Our entrepreneurial culture, flat structure and embrace of individual differences, allow creative ideas, original concepts, and unique perspectives to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight. Through our financial advisory business, Lazard advises clients around the world on strategic and financial matters including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, capital structure and capital raising. Our client relationships are built on trust and discretion. As the world’s largest advisory-focused firm, we have exceptional depth of expertise across industry sectors and geographies. We value the rich diversity that comes from blending local perspective with our global network.The Healthcare team at Lazard consists of more than 100 bankers primarily based in New York, San Francisco, Paris and London, working in an integrated manner. From Paris, the Healthcare team serves European clients in the Biopharma, Medtech, Pharma Services, and Healthcare Services. Recent transactions include Ceva shareholding reorganization, Ipsen refinancing, Galapagos’ separation in two publicly traded entities and CD&R acquisition of a 50%-controlling stake in Opella. We are seeking an intern from September 2026 for a period of 6 months. This position is based in Paris. We’ll trust you to:Perform detailed sector and company researchPrepare presentation and business cases on specific situationConduct strategic and finance analysisAssist the team in company valuations and financial modeling You’ll need to have:Final-year student or in the second part of a gap year from a top Business School or Engineering School, or enrolled in a Master’s degree (Master 2) with a specialization in Corporate Finance / Financial EngineeringPrior experience in the financial sector (investment banking, private equity, audit, corporate finance, etc.)Excellent command of the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint) as well as familiarity with databases (FactSet, Mergermarket, etc.)You are fluent in French and Englishstrong work capacity, analytical and synthesis skills, rigor, curiosity, enthusiasm, and a strong interest in the Healthcare sector.Corporate finance skills (financial analysis, valuation, financial modelling)Sector and strategic analysis skills (market analysis, competition, etc.)Knowledge of databases What we offer:We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career. Does this sound like you?Apply! We’ll get in touch on the next steps. Representation at LazardLazard is an intellectual capital business committed to delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. To achieve these objectives, we focus on attracting, developing and retaining the best talent. We believe that a workforce comprised of people who represent a wide array of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives creates a rich variety of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, solve problems creatively and make better decisions.#LI-SA1 This opportunity is closed to applications.